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CRM 5000G - Criminological Theory

Credits: 4

Criminology is the scientific study of lawmaking, law breaking, and society’s response to law breaking. This foundational course is a comprehensive examination of the major theories of crime causation, including biological psychological, economic, and sociological perspectives on the etiology of crime, as well as the criminal justice system’s response to crime. This course will not only cover the major criminological theories (e.g., differential association, social bonding, anomie/strain, social disorganization), but also requires students to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of theories based on empirical evidence and consider the effectiveness of the theories in addressing crime prevention and control.